Granddaughter's R$200,000 Pension Scam: Blaming Lula for Missing Funds

Granddaughter Embezzles R$200,000 From Grandfather's Pension in Paraná, Brazil A shocking case of elder fraud has unfolded in Ponta Grossa, Paraná, Brazil. A 35-year-old woman stands accused of embezzling approximately R$200,000 from her 87-year-old grandfather's bank accounts. The funds, sourced from his monthly pension and a substantial court-ordered payment (precatório), were systematically siphoned over an extended period. According to the investigating police officer, Delegate Gabriel Munhoz, "The inquiry reveals the suspect gave only a portion of the pension to the elderly man, claiming the remainder was being saved. When questioned about the 13th-month salary, she blamed its absence on Lula, demonstrating her intent and disregard for her grandfather." The woman's deception extended to impersonating a Caixa Econômica Federal employee via phone, further misleading the victim. The elaborate scheme only came to light when the family discovered a three-year backlog in the grandfather's car tax payments. The suspect, who has been charged with embezzlement with aggravating circumstances due to the continuous nature of the crime and the victim's age, is currently free pending further investigation. This case serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of elderly individuals to financial exploitation by those closest to them. The investigation underscores the importance of vigilance and support systems for the elderly to protect them from such crimes.